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2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
DaimlerChrysler Announces the Recall of the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Models: Chrysler PT Cruiser
Year: 2003
Number Potentially Involved: 816
Dates of Manufacture: October ? December 2002
NHTSA Recall No.: 03V076
DaimlerChrysler Recall No.: C09
Defect: On certain passenger vehicles built with manual transmissions, a welded pin internal to the dual-mass flywheel (DMF) assembly can unseat and become lodged between the flywheel and the clutch disc. If this occurs, the clutch may not disengage when the clutch pedal is depressed.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the flywheel and clutch assemblies with the updated design parts. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began April 14, 2003. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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